Starsky A.
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Great high-altitude resort that is very snow-safe throughout the season. The lift system is mostly modern and provides excellent access to the other valleys, specifically Méribel and Courchevel.
A few tips for your visit:
- Wind & Weather: Because of the altitude, winds can be very strong at the top. Be prepared for the links to other valleys to close for several days during the week depending on conditions.
- Crowds: Crossover points between valleys get busy, and the 9:00 AM rush when ski schools start can be chaotic.
- Bag Checks: Be aware that on the two lifts leading toward the La Folie Douce (Plein Sud and Pionniers), staff sometimes perform bag checks. They seem focused on stopping people from taking their own alcohol up to the bar area rather than general on-piste safety. Interestingly, there are no bag checks on any other lifts in the resort.
- Safety Warning: I highly recommend avoiding the Plein Sud piste at the end of the day (around 5:00 PM). It becomes very crowded with people skiing down from the Folie Douce who may be intoxicated, which can make that specific run quite dangerous.
Overall, a brilliant resort with great infrastructure, just stay alert to the afternoon crowds and the mountain weather!